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What does it take to get a criminal case dropped? Associate, Ghislaine Sandoval details how defence solicitors use tools like letters of representation, disclosure requests, and expert evidence to challenge weak or unjust prosecutions. If you’ve been unfairly charged, the legal…

At a time when the legal landscape for protest is under intense scrutiny, ‘A Practical Guide to Sentencing in Protest Cases’ by Partner, Laura O’Brien provides clarity where it’s most needed. As Head of our Protest and Public Order Team, few are better placed to write on protest…

The tragic case of Mark Tyler reveals systemic failures in NHS #mentalhealth care. Partner, Agata Usewicz, representing 120+ victims at the #LampardInquiry, urges urgent national action to improve treatment for patients with dual diagnoses. #EssexMentalHealth #EPUT

What happens when the law is weaponised against dissent? Following the proscription of Palestine Action, police continue arrest peaceful demonstrators, raising serious concerns about authoritarian overreach. Partner, @Raj_Chada joins @ShelaghFogarty on @LBC to argue that…

We’re proud to announce that @Raj_Chada, Partner and Head of our Crime team, will be speaking at this year’s Bristol Harbour Festival at the invitation of the @GoodLawProject. Raj will be in conversation with Gaie Delap, a retired teacher and climate change activist who served a…

Planning to travel abroad with your children this summer but co-parenting with an ex? Partner Rebecca Coates and Paralegal Charlotte Stephen share essential legal tips to help navigate the summer holidays smoothly. #Summer #HolidayPlans #FamilyLaw

Trainee Solicitor, Mandhir Seera and Paralegal, Jack Foran acted as advocates in a Mock Coroner’s Inquest yesterday in a joint event between our Personal Injury team, the @ARULawClinic, and East of England Ambulance Service NHS Trust. An informative event where the EEAS…

Armed police threatened a peaceful protester with arrest under the Terrorism Act for holding a Palestinian flag and having signs saying “Free Gaza” and “Israel is committing genocide”, accusing her of supporting a proscribed organisation theguardian.com/world/2025/jul…

How do courts weigh compassion, legality, and intent in cases of assisted death? Partner Chun Wong explores a recent case where the court ruled that compassionate presence during assisted dying does not equal unlawful assistance and the impact it could have on similar cases.

Incredible talent & passion on display at the Centre for #AccesstoJustice Conference Yesterday! Partner, Daniel Denton had the honour of presenting awards to the next generation of legal talent. Congratulations to all the winners! #FutureLawyers #LegalFuture #ARUjustice